ECN Completes Pipedream University Training

CHATSWORTH, Calif. — East Coast News is the latest distribution company to graduate from the two-day Pipedream University training course designed to give its distribution partners the training and tools they need to effectively merchandise and market its award-winning brands.

Over the course of the weekend, the ECN team was given inside look at Pipedream's shipping, receiving, manufacturing and day-to-day operations.

"It was great watching both companies interact. These seminars are all about team-building and both teams are looking forward to a great new year," said Pipedream CEO Nick Orlandino.
Pipedream Visual Merchandiser Briana Honz added, "East Coast News' hard work and dedication over the weekend proves why they are one of top distributors in the U.S. Professional and driven, they were impressed at Pipedream's culture and dedication to being Number One. We are honored to call them our business partners as well as our friends, and we are all looking forward to a very successful 2013!"

As part of the weekend event, PDU attendees were treated to fun, food and festivities as well.

"I want to thank Pipedream's entire crew for a great weekend," ECN sales executive Rick Sicurella said. "The combination of PDU, Pipedream's professionalism and hospitality were once again way over the top. Nobody does it like Pipedream!"

East Coast News Sales Manager Alan Mandell said, "I want to thank Pipedream for a class A job! I find Pipedream to be one of the most proactive and creative companies in the industry."

Click here to watch the video.

More Pipedream University Two-Day Education Seminars are scheduled to take place in December and January.

For more information about PDU, info@pipedreamproducts.com .

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